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Jackson Winslow runs the ball against Archangels Catholic. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

Jackson Winslow runs the ball against Archangels Catholic. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

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Archangels Catholic Tames Bulldogs 56-14

Craig Pinley
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
OSCEOLA – From the first play of the game, Archangels Catholic took advantage of every Osceola miscue and breakdown, returning the opening kickoff for a touchdown and then recovering a fumble and taking it to the end zone.After taking a 12-0 lead after one period, the Defenders put 30 points on the...
Coy Vrbka scoops up a fumble and runs it in for a touchdown. PCN photo by Jen Vrbka.

Coy Vrbka scoops up a fumble and runs it in for a touchdown. PCN photo by Jen Vrbka.

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Huskies Score 10 TDs on Broncos

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
UTICA – The Huskies traveled to Utica to take on the Centennial Broncos. The Huskies came home with the win, 76-38.The first quarter had a nice pass from Logan Lindsley to Blake Schmidt to get them to the 20.
Charisa Boden tries to tag a York Duke out in subdistricts. PCN photo by Travis Lane.

Charisa Boden tries to tag a York Duke out in subdistricts. PCN photo by Travis Lane.

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Slammers End Season with Loss to York

Craig Pinley
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
YORK – During losses this season, the Polk County Slammers have made an average of three errors per game and in Class B-8 sub-district semifinal play Monday afternoon the trend continued to the team’s detriment.Three miscues in the bottom of the second frame helped host York produce a 10-run...
Kendall Nickolite gets a kill against Dorchester. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

Kendall Nickolite gets a kill against Dorchester. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

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Huskies Add Wins Against Tigers and Wolverines

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
SHELBY – The Huskies hosted the East Butler Tigers for “pink out” night for breast cancer awareness. They raised $609 for the fight, and also won in three sets 25-10, 25-20 and 25-17.The first set the Huskies led with an early ace serve by Taya Pinneo. Brooklyn Baker also added two later.
Peyton Hofmann jumps for the kill against Dorchester. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

Peyton Hofmann jumps for the kill against Dorchester. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

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Lady Storm Triumph Over Mustangs

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
McCOOL JUNCTION – High Plains traveled to McCool Junction to take on the 2-13 Mustangs. The Lady Storm came home with the win in three sets 25-11, 25-18 and 25-8.The first set started close but the Storm pulled away.
Eastyn Kropatsch tries to get a kill past the EMF block. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

Eastyn Kropatsch tries to get a kill past the EMF block. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

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Osceola Loses to Two Tough Teams

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
OSCEOLA– It was a tough week for the Osceola volleyball girls, facing EMF (Exeter-Milligan-Friend) on Tuesday for “pink out” and Thursday against Riverside. Both games were played in Osceola.The Lady Dawgs started out well, leading the first set.
Senior Courtney Carlstrom (High Plains) achieved a career goal of 500 kills this last week.

Senior Courtney Carlstrom (High Plains) achieved a career goal of 500 kills this last week.

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Carlstrom Achieves 500 Kills

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Courtney Carlstrom, senior at High Plains, got her 1000th assist last week against Mead at the Hampton tournament.
Above: Xitlaly Quintana looks for her ball after teeing off. Photo provided by SRC yearbook.

Above: Xitlaly Quintana looks for her ball after teeing off. Photo provided by SRC yearbook.

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SRC Golf Finishes Regular Season

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
HASTINGS - Husky girls’ golf participated in the Adams Central invite last Tuesday. Alexis Wetjen came in 10th place, shooting 98. Clare Willis was next with 110, Mazzee Staroscik had 132, Kynlee Hamling with 143 and Melanie Sanchez-Diaz with 171.CENTURA - Thursday they golfed at Centura.
Ava Pruter gets a kill against David City. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

Ava Pruter gets a kill against David City. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

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CC VB Adds Equal Wins & Losses in Two Tourneys

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
HASTINGS – Tuesday and Thursday Cross County took part in the Hastings St. Cecelia tournament.Tuesday they lost to Hastings St. Cecelia in three sets: 25-17, 23-25 and 21-25. Sydney Hengelfelt had 17 kills with Ava Pruter hitting 7.

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Campfire Ban at ALL State Parks

News Staff
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
The Nebraska Game and Parks is implementing a temporary ban on campfires at all Nebraska state park areas and wildlife management areas until further notice.Camp stoves using liquid or gas fuel are permitted as they reduce the likelihood of ash or hot charcoal being discarded before they are...